Wildcat’s Weekly – Parent Edition
Dec. 15- Jan. 9
Upcoming Dates
Monday Dec. 15
- Grad Photos
- Spirit Week (all money raised will go to 360Kids)
- Spirit Day - Magazine Style Outfits; Cookie Decorating in Cafeteria w/ Baking Club (must buy cafeteria cookie to participate) and Yearbook Photo Booth (both $0.50 to participate)
Tuesday Dec. 16
- Grad Photos
- Spirit Day - Snowflake Cutting w/ Best Buddies in Cafeteria
- Sr. Boys Basketball @ Sutton DHS (leave GWW @ 2:05pm)
- Jr. Boys Basketball against Mulock @ Mulock
Wednesday Dec. 17
- Spirit Day - Holiday Market in Cafeteria, Artists Alley, MLT Holiday performances on stage, Holiday Colours and Accessories Day
- Business Council - Lazer Tag (McClymont) after school
Thursday Dec. 18
- Spirit Day - Battle of the Grades - Wear your assigned colour by grade (Gr. 9 - Grey; Gr. 10 - White; Gr. 11 - Green; Gr. 12 - Red)
- Ontario Supreme Court Field Trip (J. Rass)
Friday Dec. 19
- Spirit Day - PJ Day/ Cozy Outfits
Monday Jan. 5
Tuesday Jan. 6
- Graduation Coach for Black Students: School Visit
Wednesday, Jan. 7
- Diamond Day - Christmas (Eastern)
Thursday, Jan. 8
- Course Selection Assemblies (Period 1 and 2)
- Jr. Girls Volleyball @ Mulock (leave GWW @ 2:15pm)
- Alpine Ski Team @ Beaver Valley
- Sr. Girls Volleyball @ St. Max (leave GWW @ 1:40pm)
- Sr. Boys Basketball @ Renaissance ESC (leave GWW @ 2:30pm)
- Jr. Boys Basketball @ Renaissance ESC (game time 4:45pm)
Friday, Jan. 9
- Sr. Boys Basketball Tournament @ Bur Oak SS
- Sr. Girls Volleyball Tournament @ Aurora HS
Principal’s Message
Dear Williams Families,
As we approach the final week of school before the winter break, I want to take a moment to thank you for your continued support and partnership. This season is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate community and school spirit.
We have an exciting week ahead! Our Student Council has planned a fun Holiday Market Week, with activities that bring joy and connection while supporting a great cause. All proceeds will go to 360°kids, a local organization dedicated to helping youth experiencing homelessness. Here’s what’s happening:
- Monday: Trendy Outfit Day + Cookie Decorating
- Tuesday: Magazine Style Day (90s Theme) + Snowflake Station
- Wednesday: Holiday Colours Day
- Thursday: Battle of the Grades (wear your grade’s colour!)
- Friday: Pajama Day
Throughout the week, students can enjoy hot chocolate, holiday music performances, games, and photo opportunities. Students can also spread holiday cheer by purchasing Candy Grams and Holiday Cards for friends.
Williams will be closed from Monday, December 22, 2025, to Friday, January 2, 2026. We encourage our students to take this time to rest, recharge, and enjoy time with family and friends. On behalf of our staff, I wish you a safe, healthy, and restful holiday season. We look forward to welcoming students back in the new year!
Warm regards,
Mr. Andrew Gazaneo
Principal
School Events
Holiday Gift Drive
Project Coordinators at York Region Educational Services (YRES) are organizing a Holiday Gift Drive. Please see the attached link for more information.
Graduation June 24, 2026
Canadian Connections during WW2 International Trip - May 2027
Williams is planning an international trip to beautiful Italy to explore Canadian Connections during WW2! We’ll be exploring Rome, Florence, Ortona and the Rimini region visiting historical sites and we’re so excited to offer this potential travel opportunity to our students! If you’re interested in learning more about this trip, check out the December 1st PowerPoint here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1z8HCLe8aBRh7P43olEhdHNg5LSZDryq7/view?usp=drive_link
If you’re ready to sign up, visit explorica.ca/Isber-8989 and click “sign up now”!
Any further questions can be emailed to sarah.isber@yrdsb.ca or jordan.denton@yrdsb.ca.
Grazie, Sarah Isber & Jordan Denton
Yearbooks
Celebrate a landmark moment with the first yearbook created at our new 11 Spring Farm Road campus, continuing our school tradition that dates back to 1888. This year’s theme, “Fresh Off the Press: GW Makeover,” captures our exciting new beginning and the incredible memories students have made this exciting year. Yearbooks must be pre-ordered through https://www.schoolcashonline.com, and will not be available for purchase when they arrive in June. Be sure to reserve your copy before the window closes!
Semester 1 Final Exams
Semester 1 final exams will take place from Thursday, January 22 to Wednesday, January 28. We kindly remind families not to schedule appointments, trips, interviews, work, or other commitments during the exam period.
Thursday, January 22 - Period 5 Exams
Friday, January 23 - Period 1 Exams
Monday, January 26 - Period 2 Exams
Tuesday, January 27 - Period 3 Exams
Wednesday, January 28 - Period 4 Exams
Please note: If an exam day is declared an inclement weather day by the Board (e.g., bus cancellations), the exams scheduled for that day will be moved to Thursday, January 29.
YRT SERVICE UPDATE
Please see the link regarding updated information for Route 426
York Region Public Health
Please see the link from York Region Public Health regarding student absenteeism.
Update your Contact Information
If your email or phone number has changed, please contact the main office to update your record. Students who are 18 years or older are also asked to provide their own phone number and email address. This ensures you receive all important messages.
Medical Information
If your child has asthma, seizures, anaphylaxis, or diabetes, please complete the appropriate Health Care Plan form as soon as possible. If your child requires an EpiPen, inhaler, or any other medication related to their condition, please ensure it is provided to the Main Office ASAP. The school board requires updated medical information for these conditions each year.
Fillable Health Care forms are available for families who have children with asthma, seizure disorders, anaphylaxis, and diabetes. These forms can be accessed through the link provided or a paper copy can also be requested from the main office. Please choose the one that applies to your child, click download and fill out. Please email lisa.degeer@yrdsb.ca the completed form or return to Mrs. DeGeer in the Main Office. Important:If your child no longer requires a Health Care Plan, please email us to let us know so we can update our records.
York Region Public Health
Please see the attached flyer providing information from Public Health regarding the Measles vaccine.
Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services Poverty Reduction Strategy Survey
The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services is assessing Ontario’s current 2020–2025 poverty reduction strategy and developing the next poverty reduction strategy. Willing families are asked to fill in this survey to provide feedback to the Ministry. The deadline to submit a response is November 30, 2025. The survey should take around 20 minutes to complete. Please email prs@ontario.ca if you have questions about the poverty reduction strategy consultation or how we collect and use your personal information.
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